Low Light Handgun Shooting

Intermediate

Duration: 5-6 hours

Environment: In Person

$125.00

Fee

Patrick Symons

Instructor Bio

Date Location Class Size Class Time Instructor Availability
Register Now January 3 Saturday
Penryn, CA
4 - 10 Students 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Patrick Symons Space Available
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Description

This class will introduce the student to how light affects the human eye; lighting principles; different techniques of using a handheld flashlight and guide the student to the selection of two or three techniques that work best for that individual.

Class involves shooting from standing, barricade and kneeling positions.

Students will be using independent flashlight techniques and optional weapon mounted lights. We emphasize safety while balancing speed and accuracy.

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Topics Covered

how light affects the human eye;
lighting principles;
eight different flashlight techniques of using a handheld flashlight;

course includes:
1) shooting while standing
2) standing and kneeling behind a barricade.

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Expectations and Outcomes

This class will guide the student to the selection of two or three techniques which they find to be the most comfortable and effective for themselves.

Sat Jan 24th is reserved in the event this day is a rain day.

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Types

Intermediate, Concealed Carry License, Concealed Carry Training, Seminars / Lectures

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Documentation Requirements

None

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Requirements

Holster:
This class will require a strong side outside the waist band holster which:
·   provides clear access
·  designed to securely hold the weapon
·  covered trigger guard.

Weapon: 
The weapon should be full or mid-sized.  Small sub compacts not allowed.  If you have any question please contact the instructor prior to class.
·  Nite Sites strongly advised

Magazines:
·  Three total required, Min of 2 spare magazines with belt holder or

Speed Loaders:
·  Four speed loaders with belt holder for 2

Flashlight:
Good quality, with spare battery
Recommended minimum flashlight performance, 500 lumens and 4000 candela

Recommendations include:
·  Streamlight: Strion 2020, other options ProTac 2.0HP, ProTac 2L-X, or Stinger
·  Surefire: Stiletto Pro II, EDC2-DFT or EDC1-DFT Turbo, other options Stiletto, or 6PX Pro

Please note the higher the candela the better.

 

Ammunition:
300 hundred rounds of range ammo

 

Shoes:
Closed toe, suitable for outdoor walking on rough graded soil and/or gravel

 

Clothing:  
Weather appropriate

Safety Equipment:
Electronic hearing protection recommended
Eye protection
Knee pads optional